A new study reveals that genetic variations affect eating behaviors and food preferences in healthy individuals. Researchers found associations between specific genes and intake of chocolate, vegetables, fiber, salt, and fat.
Researchers have made groundbreaking advances in understanding how food affects our bodies and make healthy choices. Dark chocolate has been shown to reduce oxidative stress and improve memory, while cinnamon activates an enzyme that regulates blood sugar levels.
The ANSWER study shows that long-term administration of human albumin improves survival rate in patients with decompensated cirrhosis. Treatment also enhances ascites management, quality of life, and reduces severe complications and hospitalization.
A recent study found that patients with drug-resistant bacteria in their urine or stool samples have a significantly increased risk of developing drug-resistant sepsis. Researchers discovered that the risk is highest soon after detection and can persist for up to three years.
Researchers found that combination therapy is only beneficial for high-risk patients with CPE, while low-risk patients can be treated with a single active antimicrobial. This approach reduces adverse side effects and the risk of drug resistance.
Scientists have made significant breakthroughs in cardiovascular research, including the use of neuroprosthetics to restore heart function in patients with spinal cord injuries. Researchers also created patient-specific mitral valve models using 3-D printing to help surgeons personalize their approach and improve patient outcomes.
A new study reveals a strong association between colder climates and higher rates of alcoholic cirrhosis, a disease caused by excessive drinking. The research found that countries with lower temperatures and less sunshine had higher rates of alcohol-attributable liver cirrhosis.
A study demonstrated that A4250 reduced levels of blood bile acids and improved pruritus in 74% of patients with cholestatic liver diseases. The therapy was well-tolerated, with mostly mild side effects.
Tropical Storm Arlene was absorbed by a frontal system in the North Atlantic Ocean, weakening from a tropical storm to a subtropical storm. The NOAA GOES-East satellite captured the moment on April 21, showing the storm being 'eaten' by the weather system.
A study presented at ILC 2017 found that bezafibrate plus ursodeoxycholic acid improved symptoms, liver function tests, and surrogate markers of the disease in patients with primary biliary cholangitis. The combination therapy was well-tolerated and normalised prognostic biochemical parameters.
Researchers discovered a protein cocktail in urine that can distinguish between viral infection and organ rejection. The new test may enable early detection of transplant failure, improving outcomes for patients.
New methods for detecting breast cancer in young women using breastmilk, targeting G protein-coupled receptors to develop cancer drugs, and exploring the effects of dried plums on colon health offer promising approaches to combat cancer.
Researchers have made significant discoveries on treating obesity and related health issues, including a potential new treatment for weight loss. A mouse study found that avoiding foods high in methionine may be as effective as long-term restriction in promoting weight loss and improving blood sugar levels. Additionally, studies sugges...
A Finnish study found that central obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, lipid abnormalities, and high alcohol consumption are the strongest predictors of severe liver disease. Among individuals who consume excessive amounts of alcohol, only diabetes is a significant predictor.
Researchers found obesity resulted in 47% more life-years lost than tobacco, with diabetes causing similar loss. The study highlights the importance of treating modifiable behavioral risk factors to prevent premature death.
The SARAH trial found SIRT resulted in higher tumor response rates and controlled tumor progression compared to sorafenib, with better side-effect profiles and quality of life scores. However, it did not increase overall survival in HCC patients.